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The Francis

3.5 star property
Hotel within walking distance of Maine Medical Center

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed | Interior
Interior
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Coffee service

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Located near State Theatre and Deering Oaks Park, The Francis offers a warm welcome with an art gallery on site, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Connect to WiFi or enjoy perks like free self parking and express check-out while the helpful staff takes care of you.

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Reception hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
The current price is $203
includes taxes & fees
$186 per night
Apr 29 - Apr 30

Room options

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 419.8 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
747 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04102

What's nearby

  • Maine Medical Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Portland Museum of Art - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hadlock Field - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Thompson's Point - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 12 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 41 min drive
  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 42 min drive
  • Saco Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Freeport Station - 21 min drive
  • Portland Transportation Center - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Uncharted Tea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Keg and Kraken - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bintliff's American Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tandem Coffee + Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bubba's Sulky Lounge - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Francis

At The Francis, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Thompson's Point and Maine Mall. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1881
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Communal living room
  • Art gallery on site
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night

Policies

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Francis Hotel Portland
Francis Hotel
Francis Portland
The Francis Portland
The Francis Hotel
The Francis Portland
The Francis Hotel Portland

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Francis?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Francis?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Francis?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Francis and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Maine Medical Center (5-min walk) and Deering Oaks Park (6-min walk), along with State Theatre (7-min walk) and Portland Museum of Art (9-min walk).

What's the area around The Francis like?

The Francis is a short 1-minute walk from Casco Bay and 7 minutes' walk from State Theatre.

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The Francis Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Restaurant
Bed
Location
Building
Boutique hotel
Accomodation Type
Breakfast
Downtown

What guests liked

  • There are many dining options in the neighborhood, including nice restaurants within walking distance. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great, easy checkin and parking
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff and a very well kept room/hotel. Would visit again!
Adam, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A true small luxury hotel!
Karubakee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We can’t wait to return

We were greeted with a smile, and every interaction with the staff was pleasant. The location was convenient, the information shared was helpful, and we enjoyed the history in ambience of the property.
Theresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful friendly service and beautiful building. Free Parking on site a bonus.
Madeline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great; very welcoming and friendly. Facility was very nice. We enjoyed our stay here.
KALAB, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely hotel in a great area.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely small hotel that's extremely comfortable and well-appointed. Make sure to have dinner at the Wayside Tavern - it's excellent. We will definitely stay here again.
Lawrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Francis - good choice

nice location, friendly, helpful staff.
Suzanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely small hotel - very good service and well appointed
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommend The Francis

We were thrilled with The Francis and wish we could have stayed longer!
Aura, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel

Very nice hotel but quite a walk into town fantastic bakery opposite for baked goods for breakfast.
Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint and cozy with the most helpful staff. The most comfortable pillows ever!!Easy parking and easy drive to the harbor. Would definitely stay at the Francis again!
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous staff and accommodations.
Lawrence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in an old Victorian. The rooms were well appointed and cozy. We would definitely stay there again.
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute Portland stay

Great location. Cute boutique hotel. Friendly and helpful staff
gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cool old hotel. Clean, comfortable, wonderful staff
Rebecca, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I really liked my overall stay, however, I wish the room felt a little cozier. My room felt like I was staying at a Marriott/hyatt in terms of modernity and we were looking for more of a warm room.
Adam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, lovely building with spacious rooms and nice furnishings. Staff is knowledgeable with impeccable attention to detail
Shelley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Phenomenal staff that ensured the best experience for my wife and I!
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel!

Beautiful local hotel. Clean, super comfy bed, great shower, elevator a plus, convenient parking. Staff great. Highly recommend.
Vicki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy and warm property. We enjoyed our stay very much
Johannie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for walking around Portland. And the hotel staff were very pleasant/helpful
cindy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean hotel. Exceptionally clean bathroom and nice amenities. The only reason I didn’t give it an overall score of 5/excellent was because there was a lot of noise directly above my first floor room. I heard a lot of footsteps, something like a cart being rolled, and possibly boxes being moved. It was rather constant. It stopped around 11:30 pm. Maybe there’s an employee closet directly above room 003?? Other than this, I loved the hotel.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute!

So cozy and one of our favorite hotels!!
3-night trip